Baby's liquid antibiotics through security?

[Mrs. Charming]

DS 3 mos just developed an ear infection and needs liquid amoxicillin for 10 days, we leave in 6 days. What am I going to need to go through because of this? It's clearly labeled prescription medication, less than 3oz. How should I prepare for this beforehand? I want this to go as smoothly as possible. I'll taste it if I have to.

Also, what should I do about DS's formula? I was going to buy the pre-packaged packets of powdered Enfamil, but I don't want to get hassled about those, either. How should I handle this? ::sigh::

Thank you!!

*Edited to add I did check the TSA website but it was unclear about medications for acute problems (ie ear infection) and powdered baby formula.

 

[disney david]

DS 3 mos just developed an ear infection and needs liquid amoxicillin for 10 days, we leave in 6 days. What am I going to need to go through because of this? It's clearly labeled prescription medication, less than 3oz. How should I prepare for this beforehand? I want this to go as smoothly as possible. I'll taste it if I have to.

Also, what should I do about DS's formula? I was going to buy the pre-packaged packets of powdered Enfamil, but I don't want to get hassled about those, either. How should I handle this? ::sigh::

Thank you!!

*Edited to add I did check the TSA website but it was unclear about medications for acute problems (ie ear infection) and powdered baby formula.

On the meds part your okay to put in carry on hope ds feels better.

 

[shinysparklybubbles]

I took a bunch of liquid med through TSA and no one even batted an eye at it. I had benadryl, Tylenol and vitamins, all liquid and larger than 3 oz. Just keep them separate from your normal liquids.

As for the formula, I'm not sure what the deal is with that but my son was able to take his sippy cup of milk through security.

 

[malibuconlee]

The powder packets are fine. I found powder easiest to take thru security. Then just bought water after or the flight attendants were always happy to fill a bottle with water for us to use when needed. I had the powder in the plastic pre-measure yourself container and never had a problem with that.

I did the premix bottles and you would have thought I was a terrorist the way those things were looked and and talked about LOL We also found out that smaller airports don't have the equipment to test the liquid formula without opening it which makes it not good for our trip.

 

[dis-happy]

DS 3 mos just developed an ear infection and needs liquid amoxicillin for 10 days, we leave in 6 days. What am I going to need to go through because of this? It's clearly labeled prescription medication, less than 3oz. How should I prepare for this beforehand? I want this to go as smoothly as possible. I'll taste it if I have to.

Also, what should I do about DS's formula? I was going to buy the pre-packaged packets of powdered Enfamil, but I don't want to get hassled about those, either. How should I handle this? ::sigh::

Thank you!!

*Edited to add I did check the TSA website but it was unclear about medications for acute problems (ie ear infection) and powdered baby formula.

Usually liquid amoxicillian says keep refrigerated (although that is mainly for taste not because it will go bad). You are also allowed to bring a cooler and ice pack to keep it cold---just be sure to declare it to TSA up front.

 

[PatsMom]

Usually liquid amoxicillian says keep refrigerated (although that is mainly for taste not because it will go bad). You are also allowed to bring a cooler and ice pack to keep it cold---just be sure to declare it to TSA up front.

This is true - I have injectable medication that has to be kept cold until the pen injector is in use. So my spare has to be in a cooler with an ice pack. I've never had a problem - I just let them know what it is when I put it on the belt.

 

[Mrs. Charming]

Usually liquid amoxicillian says keep refrigerated (although that is mainly for taste not because it will go bad). You are also allowed to bring a cooler and ice pack to keep it cold---just be sure to declare it to TSA up front.

I was planning to bring baggies with ice in a small cooler that we usually use for DS's bottles. I'd throw out the ice just before going through security, and then getting ice to refill the baggie at the coffee shop on the other side. I have some ice packs in the freezer, but I don't want to get hassled like I'm trying to smuggle drugs, lol.

How, when and where do I declare his medication? Do I need forms signed by his Ped? It's only the pink amoxicillin, but still... the hassle. Is there a form I need to look for and fill out? I never flew with medication, so I'm clueless. I really appreciate your responses!!

 

[PaDisneyCouple]

I was planning to bring baggies with ice in a small cooler that we usually use for DS's bottles. I'd throw out the ice just before going through security, and then getting ice to refill the baggie at the coffee shop on the other side. I have some ice packs in the freezer, but I don't want to get hassled like I'm trying to smuggle drugs, lol.

How, when and where do I declare his medication? Do I need forms signed by his Ped? It's only the pink amoxicillin, but still... the hassle. Is there a form I need to look for and fill out? I never flew with medication, so I'm clueless. I really appreciate your responses!!

The pharmacy label should suffice. I'd declare the medication when you're putting things into the bins. DW keeps her prescription nasal spray in a bag separate from the 3-1-1 bag. She gets both her 3-1-1 and medication bags out of her carry on when we get to the grey bins (before the scanners).

 

[pfeifferdcat]

I've actually asked the pharmacist to not mix a certain amount of the anti-biotics before, so that I didn't have to carry it with ice. This way, you can dose before you leave & pack the remainder in your checked bags & be on your way through security without any worries.

 

[Jestocost]

I've actually asked the pharmacist to not mix a certain amount of the anti-biotics before, so that I didn't have to carry it with ice. This way, you can dose before you leave & pack the remainder in your checked bags & be on your way through security without any worries.

Anything you absolutely need, including prescription medications, should never be packed in your checked bags. As other posters have noted, but should be made clear, liquid medication--including prescription and over-the-counter medications--are exempt from the 3-1-1 rules and can be taken in carry-on bags in quantities larger than 3 oz. You also can take ice packs--which usually are not allowed under the 3-1-1 rules--to keep medications cold when required.

Meds in containers larger than 3 oz. should not be put in the 3-1-1 bag (although putting them in a zip lock bag in case of leaks is a good idea), but you should tell the screeners that you have them and follow their instructions. Usually they will ask you to take them out for screening.

 

[SueM in MN]

I was planning to bring baggies with ice in a small cooler that we usually use for DS's bottles. I'd throw out the ice just before going through security, and then getting ice to refill the baggie at the coffee shop on the other side. I have some ice packs in the freezer, but I don't want to get hassled like I'm trying to smuggle drugs, lol.

How, when and where do I declare his medication? Do I need forms signed by his Ped? It's only the pink amoxicillin, but still... the hassle. Is there a form I need to look for and fill out? I never flew with medication, so I'm clueless. I really appreciate your responses!!

No, there is no special form and since you wrote in the first post that the bottle is less than 3 ounces, you could just put it in the 1 quart bag with your other liquids.
It's not real easy to find the TSA information about liquids, but it is on this page.(You kind of have to know it is there or search for "medical liquids.")
Anyway, here's the text of what it says:
"Additionally, we are continuing to permit prescription liquid medications and other liquids needed by persons with disabilities and medical conditions. This includes:

* All prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, and aerosols) including petroleum jelly, eye drops, and saline solution for medical purposes;
* Liquids including water, juice, or liquid nutrition or gels for passengers with a disability or medical condition;..............
* Frozen items are allowed as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 requirements.

However, if the liquid medications are in volumes larger than 3.4 ounces (100ml) each, they may not be placed in the quart-size bag and must be declared to the Transportation Security Officer. A declaration can be made verbally, in writing, or by a person's companion, caregiver, interpreter, or family member.

Declared liquid medications and other liquids for disabilities and medical conditions must be kept separate from all other property submitted for x-ray screening."

This page has everything about baby formula from the TSA.
They don't care about powders, only liquid.

Anything you absolutely need, including prescription medications, should never be packed in your checked bags. As other posters have noted, but should be made clear, liquid medication--including prescription and over-the-counter medications--are exempt from the 3-1-1 rules and can be taken in carry-on bags in quantities larger than 3 oz. You also can take ice packs--which usually are not allowed under the 3-1-1 rules--to keep medications cold when required.

Meds in containers larger than 3 oz. should not be put in the 3-1-1 bag (although putting them in a zip lock bag in case of leaks is a good idea), but you should tell the screeners that you have them and follow their instructions. Usually they will ask you to take them out for screening.

On our last trip to WDW, we had 2 delayed bags out of a party of 4. The airlines have 24 hours to get them back to you, so I would agree with Jestocost not to pack any medication in your checked bags.

 

[Procrastinate]

I have also gotten the powder and added water myself when we would be travelling without access to a refrigerator.

Did you ask your ped if it was okay for your baby to fly? I once had to drive home cross country when D developed an ear infection while we were travelling and doc said she couldn't fly for a week.